Ralf Rangnick is determined to organize Manchester United as soon as possible. A lot of things are questionable at the moment, both on and off the pitch and one of the unclear things on the grass itself is – the problem of a classic striker and a constant provider of goals in Cristiano Ronaldo’s absence. The Red Devils believe the solution comes from South America and carries a cute little nickname.River Plate’s talisman Julian Alvarez – called ‘the Spider’ – is someone the German manager wants to add to his attacking options in the January transfer window. Manchester United have reportedly contacted Argentine champions River Plate about the 22.5 million USD striker.Boca Juniors called Cavani, he told them his is going to BarcelonaThe 21-year-old has already caught the attention of numerous European giants thanks to his more than promising numbers.United are eager to secure a goal-scoring machine and according to Argentinian daily Ole – they want to beat the competition and strike a deal with a talent that managed to score 24 goals and provide 15 assists in 46 matches this year.@ManUtd Sign this lad up Julián Álvarez 🔴👏🏾 #MUFC #UnitedTalk #mufc_family pic.twitter.com/Vdyuoi55I4— Official United Talk (@1UnitedTalk) December 21, 2021 Atletico Madrid, Juventus, Bayern Munich and AC Milan have all sent scouts to watch his performances in South America. Also, Aston Villa were heavily linked with the starlet back in October and were said to be on the brink of making a bid.His eagerness to be picked for his country for the upcoming 2022 World Cup is said to be a motivating factor behind Alvarez being keen to secure a more to a top-level club.’The Spider’ got his nickname in his childhood – thanks to his ability to dominate the ball which made him seem like he has “more than two legs when playing”.Mon, 27/12, 23.00: (7.25) NEWCASTLE (4.50) MAN UNITED (1.50)Alvarez has a 22.5 million USD release clause in his contract which rises to 28 million USD in the last 10 days of the January transfer window – which in today’s market is really not much.If the deal indeed happens, the Argentine might be welcomed with a completely different picture when it comes to Man United’s attack options. France international Anthony Martial has been linked with a January loan departure and has made his wish to leave Old Trafford clear. Also, veteran star Edinson Cavani is courting heavy interest from Barcelona as he is approaching the end of his deal. BREAKING: Manchester United are very interested in signing Julián Álvarez and are set to speed up negotiations. #MUFC Julian Alvarez. pic.twitter.com/qNs16jTpbu— … (@Mr_MGEnt) December 20, 2021
